1980 Renault 12 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 398 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 12 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
