1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
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1996 Subaru Impreza | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |