1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
