1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 83 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
