1989 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 977 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 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
