2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Model F |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
