2006 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 403 kg more than 1978 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Jetta 1978 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Passat
Year Released 2006 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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