1952 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. 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 (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
