2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
