1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
