2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aygo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
