1975 Renault 30 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 293 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 30 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
