2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 439 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Highlander | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
