Volkswagen Golf 1986 vs Volkswagen Golf 1997

 
Volkswagen Golf
1986 - 1992
Volkswagen Golf
1997 - 1999
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.8 Petrol1.8 Petrol

Performance

Power: 129 HP125 HP
Torque: 168 NM170 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9 seconds9.9 seconds
Volkswagen Golf 1986 is more dynamic to drive.
Volkswagen Golf 1986 engine produces 4 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf 1997, but torque is 2 NM less than Volkswagen Golf 1997. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Golf 1986 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.08.3
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km9.1 l/100km
By specification Volkswagen Golf 1986 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf 1997, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf 1986 could require 105 litres more fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volkswagen Golf 1986 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf 1997.
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 610 km in combined cycle660 km in combined cycle
790 km on highway870 km on highway
610 km with real consumption600 km with real consumption
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: 4.04 m4.15 m
Width: 1.68 m1.74 m
Height: 1.40 m1.44 m
Volkswagen Golf 1986 is smaller.
Volkswagen Golf 1986 is 11 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Golf 1997, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf 1986 is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 330 litres330 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1145 litres1184 litres
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf 1986 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf 1997, which means Volkswagen Golf 1986 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`4651`695
Safety: no data
Quality:
average

above average
Volkswagen Golf 1997 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf 1986 has serious deffects in 275 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf 1997, so Volkswagen Golf 1997 quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 10001200
Rating in user reviews: 7.8/10 7.3/10
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Golf has
  • more dynamic
  • lower price
Volkswagen Golf has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • fewer faults
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