1975 Renault 30 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1971 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 30 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
