1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 91 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beretta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
