1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 722 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |