1970 Honda S800 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 774 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S800 | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |