2006 Honda Element vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 21 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Element | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
