1961 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 37 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | VX4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
