1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 925 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
