1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 28 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 413 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
