1988 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
