1970 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
