1982 Chrysler E vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler E and 1982 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler E. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 321 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chrysler E (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chrysler E | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Golf |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |