1989 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Astra | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
