1971 Renault 10 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 232 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
