2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo. 1995 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
