1969 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 663 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Bora |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |