2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 576 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 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traviq | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
