1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
