2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
