1999 Honda Z vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
