2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 543 kg more 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
