2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
