1983 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 983 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Passat | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
