1998 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Supra | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
