Volvo 960 1994 vs Volkswagen Golf 1993
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Volvo 960) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Golf) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 233 NM | 202 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds | |
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Volvo 960 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo 960 engine produces 80 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 31 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Volvo 960 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.6 | 5.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.3 l/100km | 5.4 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo 960 consumes 5.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo 960 could require 825 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo 960 consumes 5.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 700 km with real consumption | 1110 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine: This engine stands out for its durability and generally remains trouble-free until it has been used extensively over many years. Despite its robust construction, the wear and tear from prolonged use, ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.34 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
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Volvo 960 is larger. Volvo 960 is 52 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 5 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 960 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 992 litres | 466 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2125 litres | 1426 litres | |
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Volvo 960 has more luggage capacity. Volvo 960 has 526 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo 960 (by 699 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo 960 is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Volvo 960 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`060 | 1`695 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 800 | |
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