1979 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Combo | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Combo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |