1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sera | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |