1994 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 93 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Jetta |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |