1983 Renault 14 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 356 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Renault 14 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 14 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
