1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 56 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |