2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2183 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
