1965 Saab MC vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 322 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | MC | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
