2003 Honda That vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | That | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |