2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
