1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 217 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | Insight |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |