1995 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
