1986 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 438 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
