1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 28 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Golf | i40 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |