1969 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1256 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
