1983 Subaru DL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 688 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru DL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Subaru DL | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | DL | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |