1992 Toyota Supra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 740 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Supra | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
