1983 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | T5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |