2006 Audi S4 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 32 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 330 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |