1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 705 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
