1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2712 mm |
