1991 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 855 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
