1989 Lancia Y10 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 584 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Y10 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Y10 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2651 mm |
