1991 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 163 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 80 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |