1984 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
