2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 75 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 Toyota Aygo. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aygo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
