1969 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 551 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S800 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 117 L |
