1978 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 254 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
