1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1640 kg |
