1989 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1982 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
