1995 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Passat | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
