1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Santana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |