1987 Audi 90 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Audi 90 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 90 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |