1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 863 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Intrigue | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
