1988 Mini MK V vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1988 Mini MK V and 1988 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mini MK V | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | MK V | Passat |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |