1968 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota 2000GT | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 2000GT | Jetta |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |