1982 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caddy |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |