2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 22 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |