Volvo 960 1990 vs Volkswagen Passat 1981

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Volvo 960
1990 - 1994
Volkswagen Passat
1981 - 1985
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual
Volvo 960 is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Volkswagen Passat is available only with manual gearbox.
Engines: 2.0 - 2.91.3 - 1.9

Performance

Power: 115 - 204 HP54 - 115 HP
Torque: 225 - 280 NM88 - 154 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9 - 13 seconds10.9 - 20.5 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.1 - 11.26.2 - 9.2
Volvo 960 petrol engines consumes on average 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Passat. On average, Volvo 960 equipped with diesel engines consume 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.87 m4.50 m
Width: 1.75 m1.69 m
Height: 1.41 m1.39 m
Volvo 960 is larger.
Volvo 960 is 37 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 6 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 960 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 491 litres500 litres
Despite its longer length, Volvo 960 has 9 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat. This could mean that the Volvo 960 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 9.9 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 960 is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Passat, which means Volvo 960 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 2`027~ 1`113
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 1800600
Pros and Cons: Volvo 960 has
  • both manual and automatic
  • better manoeuvrability
Volkswagen Passat has
  • manual gearbox only
  • lower fuel consumption
  • lower price
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