2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Polo | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |