1989 Renault 4 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 955 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 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 4 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |