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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 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 442 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 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 | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |