1991 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 19 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 557 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |