1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Citi |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |