2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Premacy | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
