1977 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
