Volkswagen Golf 1997 vs Audi 80 1991
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 170 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
| Volkswagen Golf engine produces 15 HP less power than Audi 80, whereas torque is 15 NM less than Audi 80. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.1 l/100km | 10.2 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Golf over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 660 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 600 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Audi 80 1990: Vehicle features full-time Quattro II all-wheel drive - Torsen center differential with automatic torque split between front and rear axles, and electro-pneumatic manually-activated rear differential that automatically unlocks at speeds above 25 km/h. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.15 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.41 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf is 33 cm shorter than the Audi 80, 4 cm wider, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1184 litres | 710 litres | |
| Volkswagen Golf has 100 litres less trunk space than the Audi 80. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 474 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.3 metres less than that of the Audi 80. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`695 | 1`830 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi 80 has serious deffects in 140 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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