2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 222 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
