1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Passat | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
