1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 216 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1985 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Jetta |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |