2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 278 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |