2006 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 860 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
