1994 Porsche 928 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
