1995 Toyota MRJ vs. 1983 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MRJ (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MRJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 632 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota MRJ | 1983 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | MRJ | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
