1984 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. 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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |