1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
