1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |