Question 1

Which is faster, Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD or Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD?

Accepted Answer

The Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD 2021 is faster with a 14.20s quarter mile compared to 14.50s for the Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD 2017.

Question 2

What is the 0-60 difference between Golf 8 GTD and Golf 7 GTD?

Accepted Answer

The Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD 2021 does 0-60 mph in 7.10 seconds, while the Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD 2017 achieves it in 7.50 seconds. The Golf 8 GTD is quicker off the line.

Question 3

How do these cars compare when tuned?

Accepted Answer

Both the Golf 8 GTD and Golf 7 GTD respond well to modifications. Visit the individual car pages to see Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance data and how tuning affects this comparison.

Metric	Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD	Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD	Winner
1/4 Mile	14.20s	14.50s	Golf 8 GTD
0-60 MPH	7.10s	7.50s	Golf 8 GTD
0-100 KM/H	7.30s	7.90s	Golf 8 GTD
Trap Speed	155 km/h	152 km/h	Golf 8 GTD
Horsepower	200 HP	184 HP	Golf 8 GTD
Torque	400 Nm	380 Nm	Golf 8 GTD
Weight	1459 kg	1410 kg	Golf 7 GTD
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	-

Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD 2021 vs Volkswagen Golf 7 GTD 2017

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