1968 Morris Mini Moke 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 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke 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 56 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Mini Moke | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Moke | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
