1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 180 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
