1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 554 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 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
