2006 Rover 75 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1984 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
