1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 780 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Passat | TL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
