1980 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
