2009 Honda Accord vs. 1949 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 985 kg more than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2009 Honda Accord | 1949 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |