1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 441 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.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |