2006 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
