2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |