1985 Renault 4 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 4 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
