1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 968 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
