1978 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
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 K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 K 70. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | K 70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |