1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
