1976 Renault 4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 611 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
