2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
