1985 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 308 kg more than 1985 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |