1964 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 578 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 1964 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Sport 800 | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport 800 | Passat |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |