1996 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Gol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
