2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1984 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1984 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
