2004 Peugeot Partner vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Peugeot Partner is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Peugeot Partner. 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 2004 Peugeot Partner. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot Partner | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
