1998 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1998 Audi S8 and 1998 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
