2000 Ford Contour vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 478 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Contour | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |