1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 194 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Subaru Impreza (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
