1976 Peugeot 304 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 304. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 304 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 304 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
