1989 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |