2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 406 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Vento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
