1998 Kia Joice vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 551 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Joice | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |