2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Wrangler | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
