2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |