1983 Dodge 600 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2512 mm |
