2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |