1970 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 663 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S800 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
