1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 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. Both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1980 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
