1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Laser and 1986 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 228 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chrysler Laser | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |