1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 272 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SP2 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
