1986 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
