1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 234 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
