1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 204 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
