1986 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 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 (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 351 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
