1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
