1974 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 407 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
