1971 Renault 10 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 10 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
