2005 Saturn Relay vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Saturn Relay | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Relay | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 95 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |