1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chamois | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
