2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Arnage 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
