2002 Honda Z vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
