2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
