2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Roomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roomster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
