1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | T5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
