1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | S4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
