2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 828 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liberty | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
