1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
