1985 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 11 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. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (200 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 200 (258 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
