2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1788 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |