2009 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |