1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 22 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1154 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | T5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
