1983 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | A8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2992 mm |
