1976 Renault 4 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
