1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Gol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
