2004 Toyota Caldina vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 338 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1986 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1986 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Toyota Caldina | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Caldina | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |