1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 677 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | CC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
