1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
