1964 Renault 8 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
