1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
