1969 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 967 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Sport 800 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport 800 | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 788 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |