1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 121 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
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1984 Audi Quattro | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Quattro | Jetta |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2651 mm |