2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Yaris | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
