1980 Renault 4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 839 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 4 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
