2007 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |