2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1059 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Touareg 1975 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Passat
Year Released 2008 1975
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4921 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 1153 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2480 mm


 

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