1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |