2005 Honda Z vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
