2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
