1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | A5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
