1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
