2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 87 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
