1987 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
