1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 56 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
