1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1205 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Passat | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2855 mm |
