1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |