1989 Renault 4 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 1976 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
