2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1836 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
