1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |