1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 29 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 272 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
