1979 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 637 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
