1972 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
