1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 581 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
