2002 Honda Logo vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Logo weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
