1975 Renault 30 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 37 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, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 30 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
