1978 Volkswagen Iltis vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 5 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Iltis | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
