1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. Both 1987 Audi Coupe and 1997 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 232 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
