2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 9 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
