1967 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 526 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
