2002 Rover 45 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 45 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |