1992 Volvo 960 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 960 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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:
| 1992 Volvo 960 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 960 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
