1977 Porsche 928 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 928 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 928 | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |