2007 Acura TSX vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 29 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TSX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
