1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1139 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (153 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Golf | A8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3122 mm |