1992 Toyota Sera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 577 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (251 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Sera | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sera | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
