1994 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |