1983 Toyota Crown vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 505 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Crown | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |