1989 Renault 4 vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1989 Renault 4 and 1989 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 4 | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Rex |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |