2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
