1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
