2000 Infiniti I vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti I | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | I | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |