2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 21 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, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Aygo | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aygo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
