1989 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
When comparing the 1989 Volkswagen Golf's and the 1989 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 1989 Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1989 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1989 Volkswagen Golf's and the 1989 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1989 Volkswagen Golf’s base engine makes 85 horsepower, and the 1989 Ford Mustang base engine makes 90 horsepower. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1989 Volkswagen Golf and 1989 Ford Mustang are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1989 Volkswagen Golf has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6575 - 67645
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
31 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Ford Mustang Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1989 Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
Base, GL, GL Wolfsburg
1989 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
85 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
98 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
90 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.032 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
39 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2194 lbs
Width:
65 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
157 inches
Wheelbase:
97.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2820 lbs
Width:
69 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
100.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available