1987 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
