1989 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1889 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | 4 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2891 mm |
