1988 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
