1984 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
