1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 351 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |