1989 Renault 4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 493 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
