1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 297 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
