2006 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
