2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
