1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 299 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Toyota Picnic 1984 Volkswagen Passat
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Picnic Passat
Year Released 1999 1984
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1086 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2560 mm


 

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