1994 Ford Royale vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Royale.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Royale | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
