1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 1985 Audi Coupe and 1981 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |