1977 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
