1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 912 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 Sharan 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 Sharan 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 Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1300 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |