1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
