1999 Seat Formula vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Formula | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
