1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Jetta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |