2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1982 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2022 kg more than 1982 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1982 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
