1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Gol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
