2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |