1994 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | TT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
