1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
