1982 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Santana | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Santana | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
