2004 Opel Agila vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 20 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, 2004 Opel Agila (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 80 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.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
