1981 Renault 4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 656 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 4 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 4 | Golf |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |