1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Capa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
