1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 527 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Golf | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
