1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1983 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1983 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Venza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |