1970 Vauxhall Ventora vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ventora | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
