2004 Nissan Pickup vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 839 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pickup | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pickup | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |