1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volvo 460 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | 460 | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |