1991 Audi V8 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Audi V8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1991 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1991 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Audi V8 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |