1987 Renault 4 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1987 Renault 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 4 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
