2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | TE-50 | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |