1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 155 kg more 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Passat | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
