1989 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 22 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 558 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, 2011 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1253 kg |
