1999 Audi TT vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 19 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), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
