1994 Renault Twingo vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Twingo | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
