1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | ZAZ |
| Model | Golf | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
