1967 Honda S800 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Santana |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |