1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 985 kg more than 1980 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
