1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 855 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
