1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 461 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Passat | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
