2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 399 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traviq | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
