1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
