1964 Renault 8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 528 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2651 mm |
