2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1502 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
