1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
