2005 Honda Logo vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Logo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volkswagen 1302 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 1979 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, 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, 2005 Honda Logo (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
