1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
