2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
