1962 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 502 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
