2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 455 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |