1978 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Corsa

To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Honda Accord 1996 Opel Corsa
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Corsa
Year Released 1978 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1601 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2450 mm


 

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