1987 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Today |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
