2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |