1992 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | GTI |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |