1991 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Audi 80 and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 186 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 80 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |