2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 27 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 1290 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 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Daewoo | Renault |
Model | Rexton | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |