2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2480 mm |
