2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 810 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.
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 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Soarer | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Soarer | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |