2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 779 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
