Volkswagen Golf 2002 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: | 180 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 235 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 40 HP more power than Audi 80, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Audi 80. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.0 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 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 150 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 610 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 2002 1.8 engine: The engine is considered reliable, with a lifespan from 300,000 km.
The primary causes of unstable operation include air leaks through the crankcase ventilation system, throttle body malfunctions, idle air ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2002 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: | no data | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 710 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): | no data | 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 490 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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