1982 Renault 14 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Renault 14. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 14 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1217 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
