1978 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 180 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
