2003 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Audi A3 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |