1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | C30 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
