1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 968 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
