1996 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Parati |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |