1980 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1980 Audi 80 and 1984 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 114 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
