2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |