1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 812 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Passat | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
