1988 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Passat | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Citi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
