1984 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
