1981 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 508 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 1981 Volkswagen Santana has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volkswagen Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volkswagen Santana | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santana | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
