1987 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
