2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 522 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Passat | 440 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |