2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Optra | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
