1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Mustang 2010 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Mustang Passat
Year Released 1994 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 415 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L


 

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