1986 Toyota Celica vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
