1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 13 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
