2004 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 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 Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
