1995 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Supra 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 Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Supra | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
