1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 165 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |