1975 Renault 30 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 36 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 83 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 30 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
