1976 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 1976 Audi 100 and 1974 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
