1979 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 575 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Honda Accord | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | CC |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |