1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Koral | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
