1968 Toyota 1000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota 1000 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |