1979 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (136 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
