1981 Kia Brisa vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Kia Brisa 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 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Kia Brisa | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Brisa | Jetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |