1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 110 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
