2006 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 91 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
