2009 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| 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 | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1640 kg |
