1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |