2004 Honda Logo vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Honda Logo is newer by 21 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Logo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Logo | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
