2008 Chevrolet Rezzo vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 462 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Rezzo | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rezzo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
