1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 517 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chevette | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
