1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 88 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
