1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | 19 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
