1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Volkswagen Passat 1973 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Passat
Year Released 1990 1973
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 157 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 80 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2480 mm


 

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