2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
