1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Super 5 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |