1985 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 20 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (210 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
