1978 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | SP2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |