1991 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
