1988 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 472 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Volkswagen Passat 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Volkswagen Kia
Model Passat Magentis
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.3:1
Top Speed 177 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2730 mm


 

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