1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |