1986 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
