1991 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 124 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
