1997 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Achieva | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
