1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 24 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 10 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
