2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
