1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 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 Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
