1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 509 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
