2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 807 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
