1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK VI | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
