2008 Honda Fit vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 15 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, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
