2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback Sport | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
