1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 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. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4.2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
