1986 Toyota Century vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Toyota Century is newer by 1 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 666 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 1986 Toyota Century 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 1986 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1986 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Century | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |