1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 694 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Starlet | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Starlet | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
