1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
