1998 Toyota Picnic vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 548 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Picnic | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Picnic | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |