2003 Opel Combo vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Combo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
