2007 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |