2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2003 Bentley Azure 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. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Azure | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
