1977 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 303 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |