1992 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wrangler | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2712 mm |
