1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |