1989 Renault 4 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 989 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
