1977 Renault 20 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 287 kg more than 1977 Renault 20.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Renault 20 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 20 | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |