2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1981 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 40 L |
