1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 159 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |