1980 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
