1980 Suzuki Alto vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Alto | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alto | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2512 mm |
