1997 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Inca Kombi | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
