1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 261 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Golf |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |