1980 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 608 kg more than 1980 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1093 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |