1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 776 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Escape |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |