1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
