1998 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | VehiCross | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |