2002 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
