2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 30 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | XG 350 | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |