1995 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 14 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 907 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Citi |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |