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:
1.6 Petrol
1.6 Petrol
Performance
Power:
75 HP
101 HP
Torque:
135 NM
130 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
13.4 seconds
13.4 seconds
Volkswagen Golf engine produces 26 HP less power than Audi 80, but torque is 5 NM more than Audi 80.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.2
8.6
Real fuel consumption:
7.5 l/100km
8.7 l/100km
The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.4 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 210 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.02 m
4.48 m
Width:
1.70 m
1.70 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.41 m
Volkswagen Golf is 46 cm shorter than the Audi 80, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
330 litres
430 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
687 litres
710 litres
Audi 80 has more luggage space. 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 Audi 80 (by 23 litres).
Turning diameter:
10.7 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.5 metres less than that of the Audi 80, which means Volkswagen Golf can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volkswagen Golf has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi 80, so Volkswagen Golf quality could be a bit better.
