2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 284 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Citi | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
