1999 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Insight weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |