2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 695 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlina | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
