1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 12 M weights approximately 94 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1968 Ford 12 M 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 1968 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1968 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 12 M | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |