1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 458 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sera | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1364 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |