2007 Ford Edge vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 27 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Edge | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
