1999 Toyota Solara vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Solara | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Solara | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
