1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 230 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
