1981 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 232 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |