2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 21 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 830 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
