Renault 4 1.0 (34 hp)

Gasoline engine with 34 hp (25 kW) and 47 lb-ft (64 Nm), built 1986–1991, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Renault 4 has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

Power34 hp (25 kW)
Torque47 lb-ft (64 Nm)
Top speed73 mph (118 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.0 (34 hp)
Engine codeBloc C 688
Displacement1.0 L (956 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburetor
Compression ratio8-3
Bore65 mm
Stroke72 mm

Performance

Power34 hp (25 kW) @ 5000 rpm
Torque47 lb-ft (64 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
Top speed73 mph (118 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City33 mpg (7.1 l/100 km)
Fuel tank9.0 gal (34 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length144.5 in (3,670 mm)
Width58.5 in (1,485 mm)
Height61.0 in (1,550 mm)
Curb weight1,532 lb (695 kg)
Gross vehicle weight2,271 lb (1,030 kg)
Cargo volume9.0 cu ft (255 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears4
Front suspensionTorsion bar
Rear suspensionTorsion bar
Tires135/80 R13
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Renault 4 with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Renault 4 engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
0.8 (1123) (26 hp)Gasoline26 hp (19 kW)
0.8 (34 hp)Gasoline34 hp (25 kW)
1.1 (34 hp)Gasoline34 hp (25 kW)
0.8 (1123) (29 hp)Gasoline29 hp (21 kW)
1.1 (44 hp)Gasoline44 hp (32 kW)

← All Renault 4 engines

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