1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 74 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Renown | GTI |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
