1989 Skoda Favorit vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
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, 1989 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Skoda Favorit | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Favorit | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |