1972 Ford Custom vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Custom | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
