1994 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Citi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
