1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 334 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caddy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |