1984 Subaru Coupe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. Both 1984 Subaru Coupe and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 356 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Coupe | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
