2001 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 173 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
