1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 32 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | El Camino | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
