2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 416 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Aspire |
Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |