1976 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1027 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
