1996 Audi S6 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 16 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 740 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |