1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 36 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 952 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Golf | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
