1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 623 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | SP2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
