1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 57 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 411 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 1968 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Golf | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
