2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 990 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
