1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SP2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
