2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 920 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | 1600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |