2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1982 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |