1980 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Golf | A4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |