1988 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605. 1997 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Golf | 605 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1763 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
