1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 29 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 787 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |