2008 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Corrado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |