1995 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Passat | Antara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
