1967 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 343 kg more than 1967 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1967 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |