2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |