1986 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Transporter |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |