1956 Packard Carribean vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 904 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1956 Packard Carribean. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Carribean | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carribean | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2520 mm |
