1970 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1560 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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 T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | T5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |