1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Passat | Journey |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |