1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Volkswagen Passat 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Passat
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 157 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Top Speed 216 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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