1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 173 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Golf | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |