1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
