2002 Honda That vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That 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, 2002 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | That | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
