2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 124 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |