1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
