1985 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 88 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
