2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 802 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
