2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
