1994 Ford Windstar vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Ford Windstar. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Windstar weights approximately 182 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Windstar | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1786 mm |
