1996 Tatra T700 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Tatra T700 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T700 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
