1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |