1985 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Honda Accord | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | CC |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 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 | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |