1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 Litres | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
