1981 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia 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 Insignia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Insignia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2737 mm |