1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
