1977 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
Model | Golf | 9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1093 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |