1976 Renault 14 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 14 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
