1993 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
