1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 402 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Zodiac | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |