1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 50 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |