1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 281 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Renown | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
