2008 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
