2000 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
