1982 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1982 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cortina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Cortina | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Passat |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |