Volvo 960 1994 vs Volkswagen Passat 1985
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| 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/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Volvo 960 is available with rear wheel drive, while Volkswagen Passat can be equipped with front wheel drive. | |||
| Engines: | 2.5 - 2.9 (petrol) | 1.3 - 2.2 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Volkswagen Passat is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 - 204 HP | 54 - 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 233 - 267 NM | 100 - 184 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 - 10 seconds | 9.5 - 25.2 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.5 - 11.1 | 6.0 - 10.3 | |
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Volvo 960 petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Passat. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.38 m | |
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Volvo 960 is larger. Volvo 960 is 45 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 4 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 960 is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 491 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo 960 is 1.8 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): | ~ 1`960 | ~ 1`267 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1800 | |
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