1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 538 kg more than 1974 Audi Fox. 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi Fox. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1974 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1974 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1974 Audi Fox | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Step Wagon | Fox |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |