1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | SP |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
