1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 522 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |