1974 Renault 17 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
