2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | 30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
