2001 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 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, 2001 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
