1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2578 mm |
