2003 Honda Logo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Logo (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Logo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
