1964 Renault 8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 41 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 783 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault 8 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 8 | Touran |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 197 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 | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |