1986 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
