1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 200 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
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1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |