1979 Renault 14 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Renault 14.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 14 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1217 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
