1999 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Passat | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
