1985 Renault 5 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 5 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 14 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
