2009 Kia Carens vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 31 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
