2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 940 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
