2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 571 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
