1969 AMC AMX vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 502 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC AMX 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 1969 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | AMX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
