1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (135 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 152 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |