2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 688 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 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
