2009 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |