2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1284 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-250 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
