1989 Dodge Lancer vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1989 Dodge Lancer and 1989 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Lancer. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Lancer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Lancer | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
