1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1982 Porsche 944 and 1982 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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.
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1982 Porsche 944 | 1982 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 944 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |