1985 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
