2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
