1981 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac 1000 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |