1990 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
