1983 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | i10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
