2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
