1989 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 341 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1640 kg |