1990 Venturi Coupe vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Venturi Coupe | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |