1990 Isuzu Stylus vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Stylus is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 80 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Stylus | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stylus | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
