1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 546 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1800 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
