1980 Renault 5 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
