1970 Buick GS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick GS | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2803 mm |