1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
