2002 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 80 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1640 kg |
