1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Passat | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 214 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
