1990 Renault 4 vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 14 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 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, 1979 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 4 | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
