1984 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 4 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
