1999 Porsche 996 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
