1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 153 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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 1971 Dodge Dart. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | Golf |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |