1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Caprice and 1992 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Renault 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |