1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 76 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 1998 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Scorpio | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |