2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford E-150 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |