1969 Honda S800 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 40 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1597 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 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
