1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1977 Alpine A 110 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2480 mm |