1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 27 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 34 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.
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 (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Aygo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |