1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsair | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
