1975 Renault 4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 581 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 4 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
