1977 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
