2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1983 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1983 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |
