1990 Toyota Supra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Supra | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Supra | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |