1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
