1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2097 mm |
