1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1963 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
