1978 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | 411 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |