2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
