1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Citi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 857 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 49 L |
