1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 652 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1800 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
