1964 Renault 8 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 252 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
