1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T700 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
