1999 Tatra T700 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tatra T700. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tatra T700 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T700 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1532 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 |
