1990 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 87 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |