1998 Honda Passport vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1955 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport, 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passport | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
