1990 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 739 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Jetta | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |
