2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Astro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
