1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 301 kg more than 1972 Audi 80.
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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
