1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
