2005 Honda That vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | That | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
