1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 463 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1987 Ford Falcon 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |