2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 23 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 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
