1984 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
