1967 Honda S800 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |