1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1984 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
