1991 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 877 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 Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
