2009 Geely CK vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 35 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 95 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, 2009 Geely CK (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Geely CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Geely | Volkswagen |
| Model | CK | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
