1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |