1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 436 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2771 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
