1994 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 660 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 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota 4Runner | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 4Runner | Jetta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |