1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
