2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
