1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 615 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Passat | BLS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
