1985 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1985 Audi 80 and 1985 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 80 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |