1989 Renault 4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 652 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
