2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aygo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
