1981 Renault 4 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 232 kg more than 1981 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
