1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 277 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
