1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 205 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
