2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1017 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 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
