1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Today |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
