1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | C30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |