2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Golf | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2610 mm |
