1986 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
