1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |