1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 968 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
